ZEITGEIST

ZEITGEIST

<Zite-guyst>

Attitude; outlook; characteristic;

Representing the spirit of a time.

The zeitgeist of the decade is hard work and serious pursuits.

ZEIT - GEIST

Zeit	(Rhymes)	Site
Geist	(Reminds)	Ghost or sprit

The site ghost tells us what the spirit was at the time.

SITE GHOST

There is a canon in your house. You tell me not to leave towels on the floor. Why do I follow your orders?

Answer below...

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Answer: 

A canon is a collection of rules. Your rule is to pick up towels after a shower